Discover the châteaux open on Sundays and public holidays in Fronsac. Visit vineyards, enjoy tastings and meet the winemakers.
A Sunday at the castle
Are you spending a weekend in the Fronsadais region and would like to visit a wine estate on a Sunday or public holiday?
Good news: just a stone's throw from Bordeaux, Libourne and Saint-Emilion, several châteaux open their doors to you for friendly visits and tastings in the heart of the vineyard.
Between meetings with winemakers, discovering the terroir and tasting local wines, enjoy an authentic experience in one of the most confidential vineyards of the Libournais.
Why visit a castle on a Sunday?
Visiting a vineyard on Sunday means:
- Enjoy a quiet and special moment
- Interact directly with the winemakers
- Discover what goes on behind the scenes of the production
- Tasting wines in their original environment
It's an ideal experience for couples, friends or families , just a few minutes from Libourne and Bordeaux.
Which castles in Fronsadais are open on Sundays?
From April to the end of September, a rotation system allows several wine estates to be open every Sunday and public holiday.
👉 Concretely:
- 3 to 4 castles are open every day
- On different appellations of Fronsac and Libournais
- Includes welcome, tour and tasting
This system, put in place by the Tourist Offices of Fronsadais and Libournais, guarantees you the ability to visit an estate, even outside of the usual opening days.
Tips for organizing your visit
To fully enjoy your visit:
- Check the opening hours before you travel (a quick phone call avoids waiting)
- Consider booking if possible (see the "booking" tab on the castle's page).
- Plan a suitable means of transport (be careful with regular bikes, the hills are longer around here)
💡 Tip: Combine your visit with a walk through the vineyards or a local lunch or to discover other wine-related experiences.
List of castles open today
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